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$158 Find Cheap Flights from Honolulu to San Diego

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$283
Overall average: $437
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu 2/12Wed 2/18
HNL - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$284
Typical prices: $371-$588
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/26Mon 3/2
HNL - SAN • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Honolulu to San Diego (HNL-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Honolulu to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Honolulu to San Diego

Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 18
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 7:16 am
HNL
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SAN
7h 36m
1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
3:19 pm - 7:49 pm
SAN
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HNL
6h 30mnonstop
$283Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 7:15 am
HNL
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SAN
5h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 3:40 pm
SAN
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HNL
8h 20m
1 stop
$284Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 7:15 am
HNL
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SAN
5h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:19 am - 12:49 pm
SAN
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HNL
6h 30mnonstop
$285Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 7
United Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 10:24 am
HNL
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SAN
9h 29m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:11 pm
SAN
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HNL
8h 56m
1 stop
$286United Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 7:15 am
HNL
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SAN
5h 40mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:34 am - 7:44 pm
SAN
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HNL
10h 10m
1 stop
$287Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:11 am - 3:40 pm
HNL
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SAN
5h 29mnonstop
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11:34 am - 5:38 pm
SAN
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HNL
8h 04m
1 stop
$288Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:38 am - 8:22 pm
HNL
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SAN
9h 44m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 7:59 pm
SAN
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HNL
6h 30mnonstop
$289Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
United Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 10:07 am
HNL
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SAN
9h 12m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 9:00 pm
SAN
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HNL
11h 55m
2 stops
$292United Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 8:19 pm
HNL
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SAN
5h 24mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 9:26 pm
SAN
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HNL
6h 26mnonstop
$297Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 16
Southwest Logo
1:35 pm - 9:00 pm
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SAN
5h 25mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 9:00 pm
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6h 20mnonstop
$299Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Honolulu to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Honolulu to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Honolulu to San Diego? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Honolulu to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Honolulu to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Honolulu to San Diego, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Honolulu to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Honolulu to San Diego is February, where tickets cost $437 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $590 and $545 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Honolulu to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $438 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Honolulu to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Honolulu to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$158
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Honolulu to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Honolulu to San Diego: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Honolulu to San Diego 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
HNL
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SAN
Dec 2024
Get there a couple hours early. TSA is not the best organized. The security line took us about 50 minutes to an hour.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
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SAN
May 2024
Don't use a small water bottle. Get a big one and fill it prior to boarding so you can keep hydrated better.

FAQs for booking flights from Honolulu to San Diego

  • What parking options are available at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport?

    Passengers can choose from a variety of parking options at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport according to the duration of their stay and parking charges. You can park your car at the international parking garage, or the parking garage at Terminal 1 or 2. Credit cards and cash are the accepted forms of payment at the parking lot. You can also park your motorcycle at a discounted rate. The airport provides designated parking for electric vehicles at the International Parking Garage on levels 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

  • What accessibility services does San Diego International Airport provide?

    San Diego International Airport provides different services to passengers with disabilities to improve their experience at the airport. The airport provides visual paging monitors, courtesy carts, and telecommunication devices for the deaf throughout the airport. The entire airport is also easily accessible by wheelchair, and there are wheelchair-accessible restrooms at all restrooms in the airport.

  • Is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport pet friendly?

    All pets within the airport are expected to be leashed and directly under the owner’s control throughout the airport terminal, unless they are working or service animals, or confined in an approved carrier. The airport also provides pet relief areas, one of which is located between the Terminal 2 and International Parking Garages that has a trash can, plastic bags, and fresh water. The sterile area also has a relief station for transit and service animals. All pet owners and handlers are expected to clean up after their pets.

  • How do I get from San Diego International Airport to downtown San Diego?

    San Diego City is located approximately 3 miles southeast of San Diego International Airport. Using the bus is the most convenient means of public transportation from San Diego Airport to downtown San Diego and the trip takes less than 20min. Other forms of transport from the airport to the city include rideshare services, taxi, car rental, or shuttle services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Honolulu to San Diego was $158 for a one-way ticket and $281 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Honolulu and San Diego?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Honolulu to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Honolulu to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Honolulu to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Honolulu to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Honolulu to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Honolulu and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Honolulu to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Honolulu to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Honolulu to San Diego, Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Honolulu to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $501 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $552 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Honolulu to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Honolulu to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Honolulu to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Honolulu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Honolulu to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Honolulu with another airline. Booking your flights between Honolulu and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Honolulu to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Honolulu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Honolulu to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $199 or less one-way and $408 or less round-trip.
  • When flying out of Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), passengers are advised to arrive at least 90min before the time of departure for interisland flights, and 2h before for overseas flights.
  • Nursing mothers who require privacy when breastfeeding or pumping while at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport can use any of the seven family restrooms located on both the interisland and overseas terminals.
  • If you need to work or relax before or after your flight, make use of the airport lounges available at these airports. The lounges at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport are located inside security at Terminals 1 and 2, while those at San Diego International Airport (SAN) are located in Terminal 2.
  • San Diego International Airport allows passengers to smoke only within the designated areas within the terminals where ashtrays are provided for easy cleanup.
  • If you lose any items upon arrival at San Diego Airport, you should file an online lost and found form that requires you to give a specific description of the item alongside your contact details.

Prefer to fly direct from Honolulu to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Honolulu to San Diego.
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Direct departures

Honolulu to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Friday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Direct returns

San Diego to Honolulu

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Honolulu to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Honolulu to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Honolulu to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 11771 reviews
7.1Food
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
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The crew was very friendly. Boarding was quick and efficient.

10.0 ExcellentTina, Jan 2026
PDX - SAN
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The crew was very friendly. Boarding was quick and efficient.

No WiFi. Terrible food. Very long walk to the gate and from the gate after landing. Gate changed without notice.

I enjoyed the Starlink access but didn't have much time to use it. It also kept dropping me so I gave up. The food was very good though when I asked for a different "dessert" they didn't have anything. Chocolate Brownie Cookies are not suitable for everyone...maybe children. The flight staff were amazing - at least in First Class! My first time ever! The trip from Boise to San Diego was FAR better than going to Boise.

One of the flight attendants treated my grandma who is 77 years old badly and would respond sarcastically. Example my grandma "do you have and honey by any chance" the flight attendant "does this look like a restaurant to you. She was also very rude to myself and my children giving us attitude and being sarcastic when answering.

we waited for 50 minutes to check a bag and missed a flight. do better.

The flight crew was very professional and pleasant. Our flight was delayed 3 hours, but Kayak informed me in advance

I really hate the seat assignment at the gate. I understand it is so families can sit together but it caused me and others a lot of unnecessary stress and confusion, enough for me to not fly Alaska again. The app is so awful that it did not even update my seat assignment on the boarding pass but sent me a notification of my seat... it showed in Apple Wallet but not in the Alaska app itself. That only made the stress worse. I think most people like myself prefer to know where they are seated at check in 24 hours before so they don't have to anxiously hang out at the gate the entire time. This is not a good use of your agents time either to be dealing with all of us asking where we are sitting. You should automatically assign the multiple seat purchases to be together before they check in and fill us solo travelers in those gaps as we check in.

Alaska Airlines have beautiful new airplanes that have comfortable seats but tight for a tall person like myself. They do provide upgrades to flyers but at a $140 cost. My flight went smooth and prompt as well as without a hitch. The flight crew were warm and friendly as well as very attentive. I'd recommend this airline over Frontier airlines any day.

Did not like that every price option offered, even the more expensive one, required I pay for my seat. My seat was changed without my consent My TSA did not show in Boarding Pass

Boarding passes could not be received online, even after online check-in. While they appeared on the Alaska.com app, they did not transfer to inbox or messages and were not available at all on the Alaska.com app following the check-in process. There was no choice other than to get boarding passes at the airport counter.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

Delay in SLC jammed us up in Chicago. Got caught up in rush hour traffic

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

Canceled my flight within 24 hours, causing me arriving home midnight. Will never book Hawaiian airlines anymore

I always love flying Hawaii and I have nothing to add

Previously flown Hawaiian Airlines on similar routes, I found Alaska Airlines to be noticeably more comfortable. The seats on Alaska Airlines provided better support and cushioning, which made a significant difference on the long flight to the islands. When you’re spending 5-6 hours in the air, seat comfort really matters, and Alaska Airlines delivered where it counts. After comparing both carriers, I’ve decided to book with Alaska Airlines for all my future Hawaii trips. The superior seat comfort alone makes it worth choosing Alaska over Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii and prioritizing comfort, I’d recommend giving Alaska Airlines a try. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended for Hawaii travel!

One hour waiting time after boarding, but arrived in time. I am satisfied

Flying with Hawaiian Airlines is a treat! They have the best crew, food and drinks! I’ve always enjoyed flying with Hawaiian Airlines and will continue to use them!

We decided to take our mom on vacation but we were worried how well she will do on the flight, she's a senior and required special accommodations such as transport chair since she can't stand for long periods. To our surprise my whole family was given priority boarding, my mom was given chair, we were not standing in line and were given seats in good area next to our mom. A+ experience!

Love you guys are so friendly and kind and wonderful

Ok but why they need to sell the ear buds?

Our flight was delayed, which I know things can happen. The bathrooms were dirty and a mess. It took over an hour to get our bags after the plane landed. Every flight was on the same 2 baggage claims. You would thing if we spent over 5 hours on a flight we would get more then a tiny bag of pretzels. The movie and tv choices were mid.

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

Teeny tiny bathrooms, crew was not realistic about when we'd arrive.

Unbelievably poor service from flight attendants. They didn’t even do water service on a four hour flight. Just disrespectful.

Flight was late - I was downgraded from first class to coach

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

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